Listeners in the Spotlight, Act 2: Tell Us Your Story (Ep. 72)

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Written By Randye Kaye

The last time we invited our listeners to share their stories, the response was incredible - so we are doing it again!

Here are stories from families dealing with SMI (serious mental illness), including one gentleman who lives with the diagnosis himself.

You are not alone.

You’ll hear about early symptoms, incarcerations, fear, finances, the roller coaster of diagnoses, medications, and relapses…second hits, good periods, HIPAA barriers, and more….including, yes, some success and hope.

We end with ways we care for ourselves. Here is the list from the chat:

  • outdoors/nature

  • family and friends

  • faith

  • Swim

  • walk, talk with friends, family

  • inside Schizophrenia podcast

  • NAMI/ Family to Family

  • help others

  • cry when you need to

  • research

  • Being an advocate!!!

  • enjoy the good moments

  • vacations...breaks

  • 1. Antipsychotic drug 2. Family and friends 3. Disclosure - talking with people

  • walk, podcasts, audiobooks, escape

  • celebrate the small

  • every little moment is big

  • mindfulness

  • LEAP is the best communication tool to help with your relationship with loved one with SMI

  • connecting with people

  • permission to have joy

  • Meditation… chanting monks…

  •  Dr. Jeffrey Thompson has some great CD’s with brainwaves that help to calm the rough waters and bring peace.

  • you don't have to give up joy just because you have grief


Randye Kaye

Randye Kaye is a female voice talent for business and beyond. She is the author of two books; Happier Made Simple™ and Ben Behind His Voices. As an actress she has appeared in numerous theatrical, film and television performances. Randye is a keynote speaker on the topics of mental health, communication, and happiness.

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